General Catalog for 2009-10

(KIN ) Kinesiology


1003.0 Foundations of Kinesiology and Leisure Studies.
An introductory course in the disciplines of physical education, sport
and leisure studies for the major/minor. Basic concepts, principles &
the changing nature of this multifaceted field will be studied. Pre-
requisite to all required KIN and LST courses.
Fall/Spring
1012.0 First Aid.
Instruction and practice in rendering first aid in cases of injury or
accident.
Fall/Spring
1022.0 Driver Education I.
A course designed to teach the individual how to drive. The student
participates in classroom work and range instruction.
Summer
1101.0 Methods of Team Sports.
A study of the methodology of teaching the skills and techniques of
the respective sports and activities. The student will learn funda-
mental skills related to each of the areas and will prepare lesson
plans and perform mini teaches. Prerequisites: KIN 1003, 1113.
Fall/Spring
1113.0 Fundamental Motor Development.
A systematic study of motor and skill development from childhood
through adulthood with special emphasis upon the conditions for
effective motor learning. Prerequisite: KIN 1003.
Fall
1151.0 Methods of Elementary Swimming and Aquatics.
A study of the methodology of teaching the skills and techniques of
the sport and activity. The student will learn fundamental skills
related to the area and will prepare lesson plans and perform mini
teaches. Prerequisites: KIN 1003, 1113.
Fall/Spring
2003.0 Lead Up Games for Children.
A course designed to teach the organization of an intramural program
and prepare students to teach lead up games to children.
On Demand
2021.0 Advanced First Aid and Safety.
An instructor's course. This course prepares the student to teach
First Aid. Methods of administering artificial respiration and cardio-
pulmonary resuscitation are taught. American National Red Cross certi-
fication is awarded upon satisfactory completion. Prerequisite: KIN
1012.
On Demand
2022.0 Basketball Coaching.
Theory and practice in the fundamentals of offensive and defensive
basketball, with emphasis on team formation, officiating, purchase and
care of equipment. Prerequisite: KIN 1003.
Fall/Spring
2032.0 Football Coaching.
Theory and practice of offensive and defensive play, strategy and
generalship, and playing various positions. Rules, ethics, sportsman-
ship, game values, early season practice, and the use and development
of materials are also considered. Prerequisite: KIN 1003.
Spring
2042.0 Track and Field.
Theory and practice in each event of intramural and intercollegiate
programs of track and field athletics. Prerequisite: KIN 1003.
On Demand
2063.0 Drug Education.
An exploration of the physical, mental, emotional and social aspects
of drug use and abuse. Special attention will be focused on proper use
of drugs in contemporary society.
Fall Even Yrs
2072.0 Sports Officiating.
A study of the rules and rulebooks for various sports with practice in
officiating for the major sports. Designed primarily for prospective
coaches. Prerequisite: KIN 1003.
On Demand
2073.0 Health and Safety.
A course that deals with the principles of health and safety education
in elementary and secondary schools.
Fall/Spring
2093.0 Structural Basis of Human Movement.
A study of human movement from an anatomical perspective as it applies
to physical education and sport. Prerequisites: KIN 1003, 1113.
Fall/Spring
2101.0 Methods of Golf.
A study of the methodology of teaching the skills and techniques of
the sport. The student will learn fundamenetal skills related to the
area and will prepare lesson plans and perform mini teaches. Pre-
requisites: KIN 1003, 1113.
Fall/Spring
2121.0 Methods of Aerobics and Rhythms.
A study of the methodology of teaching the skills and techniques of
the respective sports and activities. The student wil learn fundament-
al skills related to each of the areas and will prepare lesson plans
and perform mini teaches. Prerequisites: KIN 1003, 1113.
Fall/Spring
2131.0 Methods of Tennis and Badminton.
A study of the methodology of teaching the skills and techniques of
the respective sports and activities. The student will learn funda-
mental skills related to each of the areas and will prepare lesson
plans and perform mini teaches. Prerequisites: KIN 1003, 1113.
Fall/Spring
2191.0 Methods of Recreational Activities.
A study of the methodology of teaching the skills and techniques of
the respective sports and activities. The student will learn funda-
mental skills related to each of the areas and will prepare lesson
plans and perform mini teaches. Prerequisites: KIN 1003, 1113.
Fall/Spring
3003.0 Methods and Materials in Health Education.
The theory and methods utilized in effective health instruction. Pre-
requisite: KIN 1003.
On Demand
3012.0 Driver Education II.
A basic course for certification in Driver and Traffic Education. The
purpose is to prepare Drive Education teachers. The course includes
supervised teaching experience for the classroom and use of multi-
media materials, simulation, range instruction and off-street driving.
Prerequisite: KIN 1022.
Summer
3023.0 Physiology of Exercise.
A study of bodily functions under the stress of muscular activity.
Prerequisite: KIN 1003, 1113, KIN 2093 or BIOL 2014.
Spring
3032.0 Coaching Individual Sports.
A study of the theory and practice of playing and coaching golf and
tennis. Prerequisite: KIN 1003.
Spring
3042.0 Coaching Team Sports.
A study of the theory and practice of playing and coaching baseball,
volleyball, and softball. Prerequisite: KIN 1003.
Spring
3053.0 Methods & Materials in Health & P. E. in the Elementary School.
A study of methods of teaching health and physical education and first
aid techniques in the elementary schools and the materials utilized.
Fall
3073.0 Adapted Physical Education Methods.
A course designed to help prepare the exercise-related professional to
meet the needs of the disabled in schools and society. Prerequisites:
KIN 1003, 1113, 2093.
Spring
4013.0 Organization and Administration of H.PE. & Recreation Programs (K-12).
A study of issues facing administrators in exercise-related pro-
fessions. Special emphasis is placed on programs, policies, pro-
cedures, and problems influencing leaders in the areas of health,
physical education, recreation and sports. Prerequisites: KIN 1003,
1113, 2093; LST 2003, 2083. [CAC-O]
Fall
4023.0 Field Experience in Recreation-Sr BA (Non-Teaching) Candidates Only
This class represents the culmination experience of our undergraduate
degree program. It will be used as a "stepping stone" for employment
for students. It is viewed as an "apprenticeship" as students will be
placed under a mentor in the field outside the university setting.
Field experiences are generally 10 weeks in length. Classroom ex-
perience will be prior to and after the field experience.
Fall/Spring
4043.0 Biomechanical Analysis.
A study of body movements, of muscle and joint action in relation to
physical activity. Mechanical analysis of the more commonly used
physical skills is studied. Prerequisites: KIN 1003, 1113, KIN 2093 or
BIOL 2014. [CAC-W]
Fall
4073.0 Methods, Evaluation, and Materials in Physical Education.
A study of the methodology of teaching physical education, including
time allotment, seasonal division of work, graduation of subject
matter, & evaluation procedures. Prerequisites: KIN 1003, 1113, 2093.
Fall
4801.0 4801-4893. Special Studies.
A course designed to provide an opportunity to do advanced research or
independent work in an area of special interest.
On Demand